Verdict
At RM84,900, the Honda City is RM10,100 cheaper, yet its 1.5 litre petrol engine produces 119 hp and 145 Nm against the Toyota Veloz’s 105 hp and 138 Nm. It also brings a 519-litre boot in a 5-seat sedan. The Veloz answers with seven seats, a 2,750 mm wheelbase and a much taller 1,700 mm MPV body, plus 17-inch wheels, a 360-degree camera and blind-spot monitoring. For a Malaysian household that regularly uses all three rows, the Veloz’s extra seats matter more; for five occupants and luggage, the City is the more rational buy.
City
Pick the Honda City if you want the lower-cost choice with 119 hp, 145 Nm and a 519-litre boot for five people.
Veloz
Pick the Toyota Veloz if you need seven seats, a 2,750 mm wheelbase and family-focused equipment such as a 360-degree camera.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City RM84,900; Toyota Veloz RM95,000.
- Output: Honda City 119 hp and 145 Nm; Toyota Veloz 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Seating and boot: Honda City 5 seats and 519 litres; Toyota Veloz 7 seats and 137 litres.
- Wheelbase and height: Honda City 2,600 mm and 1,467 mm; Toyota Veloz 2,750 mm and 1,700 mm.
- Wheels and tyres: Honda City 15-inch alloys with 185/60R15 tyres; Toyota Veloz 17-inch two-tone alloys with 205/50R17 tyres.
- Parking assistance: Honda City has 0 front sensors and a multi-angle reverse camera; Toyota Veloz has 2 front sensors and a 360-degree camera.
City
- RM10,100 less expensive.
- 119 hp and 145 Nm beat the Veloz’s 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- 519-litre boot is 382 litres larger.
- Only five seats, against the Veloz’s seven.
- 15-inch wheels and 185/60R15 tyres versus 17-inch wheels and 205/50R17 tyres.
- No blind-spot information system or front parking sensors.
Veloz
- Seven seats and a 2,750 mm wheelbase.
- 360-degree camera, blind-spot monitoring and two front parking sensors.
- 17-inch wheels, solid rear disc brakes and a full-size 17-inch alloy spare.
- Costs RM10,100 more.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the City by 14 hp and 7 Nm.
- 137-litre boot is far smaller than the City’s 519 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 84,900✓ | RM 95,000 |
| Body type | Sedan | MPV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | D-CVT with Power Mode |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 5.6 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 196 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,580 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 1,467 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,125 kg | 1,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 519 litres✓ | 137 litres |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloy | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Drum | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Higher suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Nighttime Pedestrian Detection and Cyclist Detection | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | Lead Car Departure Notification | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | LED Reflector with Matrix Adaptive Driving Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, Armrest, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-conditioning | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB for Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth and 4 Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Auto Brake Hold |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free Labour for Five Times within 100,000 km or Five Years | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 90✓ | RM 120 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
City vs Veloz FAQ
Is the Honda City or Toyota Veloz better?
The Honda City is better for five occupants who prioritise lower cost, stronger 119 hp and 145 Nm output, and a 519-litre boot. The Toyota Veloz is better if seven seats, a 360-degree camera and blind-spot monitoring are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Veloz costs RM10,100 more than the Honda City.
Which has more luggage space, the Honda City or Toyota Veloz?
The Honda City has the larger quoted boot at 519 litres, versus 137 litres for the Toyota Veloz. The Veloz counters with seven seats rather than five.